1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW Z3 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Z3 | 1979 Buick Century | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Z3 | Century |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |